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How to Get the Best Results from Landscape Lighting

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Enjoy a Beautiful Design with Long-Lasting Lights & Smart Control 

Are you looking for something a little more impressive than string lights or a porch light? You can make the most of your Muskoka, ON, home with a professional landscape lighting installation. What difference do the pros make? Find out below. 

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7 WAYS TO USE OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT SPEAKERS THIS SUMMER

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MAKE THE MOST OF THE TORONTO SUMMER WITH OUTDOOR AUDIO

It may still be chilly in Toronto, but summer is already on our minds. If you’re considering installing outdoor entertainment this year, including an outdoor speaker system, but aren’t sure when you’d use it—let us help you get inspired.  

Outdoor audio motivates homeowners to spend more time than ever in the sun and under the stars. Rather than stay indoors on a beautiful day, you’ll make the lawn an integral part of your home. Here are seven ways to use outdoor audio in warmer weather. 

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Installing a Home Audio System? Don’t Skip the Outdoors

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Incorporate the Backyard in Your Whole-Home Audio System 

A whole-home audio system is one of the greatest treats a music lover can give themself. Music synchronizes across the house, easily controlled from a smartphone, tablet, or even wall keypad. 

But what about the backyard? If you’re building a multi-room audio system, don’t think the outdoors is off-limits. You can enjoy the same tunes in the sun or under the stars with outdoor speakers that connect to the indoor audio system.  

Maybe you’re thinking: would I really use an outdoor sound system? And won’t the speakers break in the rain or cold? As an audio-video company in Toronto, we’ll answer your outdoor audio questions below. 

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Get Your Home Ready for Summer Fun with an Outdoor TV!

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Extend your living spaces with top-level installations this summertime!

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors with our loved ones. By installing high-quality outdoor technologies, such as The Terrace, a luxurious Samsung outdoor TV, you can get your backyard ready to enjoy entertainment on a whole new level. 

Whether you are hosting a cookout to watch the game with friends or a cozy movie night under the stars with your family, make sure your outdoor technology helps you create the best summer experience. Want to learn more? Keep reading our blog to find out why you need an outdoor TV to elevate your alfresco fun in your Muskoka home!

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How Long Do Outdoor Speakers Last?

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Bring Durable, High-Quality Audio to Your Outdoor Spaces

We install outdoor sound systems that endure all Muskoka weather— from humid summer days to snowy Ontario winters. The premium brands we use are manufactured to defy the elements while delivering the highest quality audio to your favorite songs. 

Yet many homeowners still wonder: how long will my outdoor speakers last? The answer? It depends!

To ensure you’re getting the best experience in outdoor audio, we answer commonly asked questions below.

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Three Ways to Add Ambiance with Outdoor Lighting

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Add Function and Aesthetic Flair to Your Nights

With spring in gear in Muskoka, it's time to enjoy more outdoor pursuits after a long Ontario winter. You might be in the process of planting spring annuals, cleaning up patios for seasonal enjoyment, and getting your pool ready for some summer splashing and swimming. 

While you’re fixing up the outdoor spaces in your home, you might want to consider upgrading your outdoor lighting. Not only will outdoor lighting create a safer and more functional area, but it also adds ambiance and lets you take full advantage of your outdoor amenities. Keep reading below for three ways to create the right atmosphere for any nighttime outdoor activity with light. 

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4 Ideas to Expand Your Living Space Outdoors

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Make Your Outdoor Entertainment the Center of Family Fun & Get-Togethers with Friends 

After a long Toronto winter, we all want to make the most of the beautiful, warm weather. So, wouldn’t it be nice if you could take your work laptop or TV time outside? 

With weatherproof home technology, we can now swap our living rooms and home offices for the backyard and patio. As a home technology integrator, we’re seeing more homeowners expanding their living spaces to the backyard, thanks to innovative outdoor technology.

With the best outdoor technology and networking installed, you’ll spend more time under the sun and stars than ever. Read on to discover how a grand outdoor entertainment center with advanced technologies can elevate your Ontario home. 

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Wired or Wireless? How to Buy & Build a Multi-Room Audio System

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Bring Music to Every Corner of Your Toronto Home 

What is multi-room audio? Essentially, it’s a network of speakers in two or more rooms that connect to the same music source. So, whether you’re streaming playlists, spinning vinyl, or playing TV audio, you can hear it across the whole house over several speakers. 

There are several ways to create a multi-room audio system. Some people use wireless speaker bundles, while others prefer to wire their audio equipment to the same system. 

Which is the better approach? In this article, we’ll compare wired and wireless audio to help you find the right solution for your Toronto, ON home. 

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Make Your Landscape Lighting ‘Smart’ with Crestron

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Illuminate Your Home in an Entirely New Way

When people talk about smart lighting, they’re usually referring to wirelessly controlling interior lights. They may use it in the bedroom, kitchen, or across the entire house. But what about outside?

Landscape lighting can absolutely be controlled by a Crestron smart system, and with it, you can do incredible things. We’re here to shed light on how, by partnering with a Crestron dealer, you can intelligently illuminate the exterior and backyard spaces of your Muskoka, ON home. Get inspired below!

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How Do Backyard Speaker Systems Work?

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Transform Your Outdoor Experience with Fully Weatherproof Audio

Whether you love electronic, rock, or country music, outdoor audio brings your favourite tunes to every corner of your lawn. From the hammock to the pool, you’ll be able to soundtrack your days in the sun and nights under the stars.

Unlike portable speakers, a backyard system is weatherproof and can stay mounted outside year-round. You can link a series of speakers together to play simultaneously, like your yard is a live music venue.

For the best outdoor music experience, you’ll need to choose durable equipment that withstands the elements—without sacrificing sound quality. To get started with backyard speakers at your Toronto, ON home, let the following steps guide you in the right direction.

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Yes, Outdoor TVs Are Fully Weatherproof! Here’s How They Work.

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See How SunBriteTV’s Weatherproof Televisions Transform Your Entertainment Year-Round

Staying home to watch TV may not sound like an exciting activity. But with an outdoor television, you can take your entertainment under the sun, stars, or sunset. There’s nothing like a night on the patio with a glass of wine, string lights, and a movie on the screen.

Brands like SunBriteTV manufacture durable outdoor TVs that can stay mounted outside year-round. And unlike indoor TVs, they combat glare and direct sunlight so you enjoy easy viewing during the day. How? As a home technology company based in the Muskoka, Ontario area, we’ll share what you can expect from a new weatherproof television below.

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